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First Friday at Legends!
All Eglin personnel and families are invited to First Friday at Legends Sports Grill. Fill up on an "Oktoberfest"-inspired menu of Bratwurst and Knockwurst with Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad and more! The buffet is FREE for Eglin Club members and their immediate family. (Admission is $5 for all others, ages 3 and up.) Enjoy indoor games and activities, plus prize giveaways for Eglin Club members throughout the evening. We'll see you at Legends! Contact Legends Sports Grill at 850-882-4672 for more information. Legends Sports Grill (Bldg 825) 850-882-4672
Bldg 1760 | 850-882-5930
Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World August 29 - November 30
Sip, savor and stroll your way through over 30 delicious destinations at Disney World’s Epcot Pavilion World Showcase. Enjoy chef demonstrations, the Eat to the Beat Concert Series and more. Walt Disney World Theme Park Ticket required. Visit the Eglin ITT office today for more information or to purchase your Military Salute Ticket!
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First Friday 5Ks Star Wars Movie Nights Eglin’s Parking Sale! Operation Hero 2019
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Friday, October 4 | 3:30 pm - 6 pm
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FlingGolf Demo Day Saturday, October 5 | 9 am - 2 pm
FlingGolf is coming out to Eglin's Golf Course driving range to demonstrate a new alternative to traditional golf that can be played in the same foursome as traditional golfers. You use a FlingStick to hurl the ball and shape every shot from tee to hole. Demo Day offers FREE demonstrations and the opportunity to try out the equipment. No sign up is required. Eglin Golf Course (Off Hwy 85, in Niceville)
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850-882-2949 or 850-678-8726
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College Football Tailgate Party Saturday, October 12 | In the parking lot at Legends Sports Grill Everyone's invited to Team Eglin's first College Football Game of the Week Tailgate Party on Saturday, Oct. 12 outdoors at Legends Sports Grill. Tailgate partygoers are invited to view the game on the new "Insane Impact TV" with a 15' x 8' screen size while Legends fires up the outdoor grill for some game-day dining. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. The featured game of the week and tailgate time will be announced at Legends the week prior to the event and on EglinLife social media and weekly email update. Join the fun with friends or family and bring along outdoor seating. Legends Sports Grill (Bldg 825) 850-882-4672
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• Runners Meet n' Greet
EXPERIENCE OUTDOOR REC
Thursday, October 3 | 12 pm
The Eglin Fitness Center wants to bring the Eglin running community together! A get-together in the Fitness Gym is planned for everyone on base who would like to get acquainted and run together. Topics beneficial to running will be discussed, including set up areas and use of trails on and off base. Eglin Fitness Center (Bldg 810) 850-882-6223
• First Friday 5Ks
Bldg 732 | 850-882-5058
October Events: Star Wars Movie Nights
Select Fridays: October 4, 11, 18 | 6 pm
Scenic Trail Hike
First Friday of the Month - Friday, October 4 | 6:45 am Start your month the right way with the Eglin Fitness Center — join them the first Friday of every month for a First Friday 5K! Showtime is 6:45 at the CE Pavilion on Cypress Road, the fun starts at 7 a.m. Participation is FREE; no sign-up required. Contact the Eglin Fitness Center at 850-882-6223 for more information. EVENT LOCATION: CE Pavilion on Cypress Road Eglin Fitness Center (Bldg 810) 850-882-6223
• Winter Youth Sports Registration
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Monday - Friday, October 15 - November 22 | 12 pm - 5:30 pm Registration for youth basketball and cheer is set to begin at the Eglin Youth Center. Cost is $50 per child or $100 per family. Early registration runs Oct. 15-Nov. 15 and late registration will continue through Nov. 18-22. All signups after Nov. 15 will be assessed a $10 late fee. Player Age Groups are as follows: Basketball: 5-6 / 7-9/ 10-12, players must be age 5 prior to Dec. 10 and must be under age 12 prior to Feb. 22, 2020 and Cheer: 5-8 / 9-12, players must be age 5 prior to Dec. 10 & must be under age 12 prior to Feb. 22, 2020. Player Evaluations for all basketball participants ages 9-12 is scheduled for Nov. 14 in the Youth Center Gym at 5:30 p.m. Players under age 9 will be placed on teams according to respective age groups without evaluation. Practices begin Tuesday, Dec. 10 and games start Saturday, Jan. 11 - Feb. 22, 2020 at Eglin or Hurlburt. A Mandatory Parent Orientation meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 19 and Thursday, Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m. in the Eglin Youth Center Gym. All youth participating in sports must have a current sports physical, shot record showing current Flu Shot, birth certificate, & recent Parent Orientation (within the last year) completed and on file prior to starting practices for the season. Volunteer Coaches Needed! Coaches receive $50 discount per family. If interested, please contact Mr. Bracey at 850-883-1426 to coordinate a date/time for the mandatory Coach’s Certification Training. All Coaches must bring a copy of the most current shot record showing Flu Shot, Self-Aid Buddy Care (SABC) Certificate/or Combat Life Skills (CLS) Certificate, and CPR Card/Certificate. Eglin Youth Center (Bldg 2582) 850-882-5074 or 850-882-8212
• Lights On Afterschool Open House Thursday, October 17 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Eglin School Age Care invites you to their National Lights On Afterschool "Kick-Off" event. It's your opportunity to celebrate Eglin's amazing School Age program in appreciation of the important role it plays in the lives of the youth in our military community. Get a look at the many experiences the program offers and participate in some of its fun activities. Everyone attending is encouraged to wear their favorite sport team's t-shirt or jersey. School Age Care (Bldg 2582B) 850-882-8291
• Long Term Boat Storage - Manager's Special!
Going TDY/PCS for over 180 days and need to store your boat in a safe location? Bens Lake Marina is offering a managers special - reduced rate storage for the duration of your tour. Regular rate is $8.50 per foot - manager's special is $7.50 per foot. Boat Storage at Bens Lake Marina (Bldg 2808) 850-882-7730
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Saturday, October 5 | 8:30 am
Laser Tag
Saturday, October 5 | 1 pm
RecOn: Indoor Bouldering Trip Sunday, October 6 | 9:30 am
Glow In The Dark Disc Golf Friday, October 11 | 7 pm
Disc Golf Tournament
Saturday, October 12 | 7:30 am
Full Moon Kayak
Sunday, October 13 | 6 pm
RecOn: 30A Biking Tour
Saturday, October 19 | 8 am
RecOn: Foilboard Experience Sunday, October 20 | ? pm
Trunk or Treat FallFest
Friday, October 25 | 5 pm
E AT AT THE LIFT Bldg 810 | 850-882-6223
Mid-Night Meal TEST PERIOD: 11 pm - 1 am September 29 - October 31 The 96th Force Support Squadrons' Food Services, in keeping with its mission of "Grand Slam" support, will be testing the possibility of offering a mid-night meal at The Lift. Previously known as Tradewinds Flight Kitchen, The Lift is located in the Base Operations Building. A test period will run from Sep. 29 to Oct. 31, with meals offered Sunday-Thursday nights from 11 p.m.- 1 a.m. During this testing phase, we request your feedback as to whether this meal meets the needs of our swing/midnight shift workers, and what improvements could make it better. FSS looks forward to offering this service to our customers, and we hope to hear from you soon!
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NOW HIRING! N A F J O B S U PDAT E Bldg 210, Rm 155 | 850-883-3036 Looking for an opportunity to serve our local military community? The NAF Human Resource Office on Eglin Air Force Base has positions available for multiple Force Support Service Activities, both full and part time.
OPEN POSITIONS: FSS ADMINISTRATION Management Support Specialist GOLF COURSE Gardener Tractor Operator LEGENDS & BAYVIEW EVENT CENTER Bartender Operations Supervisor Recreation Assistant Cook LODGING Senior Guest Service Representative Janitor Laborer Housekeeper OUTDOOR Recreation Assistant Marine Engine Mechanic GOLF SNACK BAR Cook Food Service Worker Bartender Cashier Checker THE CDCs Food Service Worker Cook Child & Youth Program Assistants: * Entry Level * Intermediate Level Target Level Leader Level Technician Level * Developmental position with training provided & promotion to the next level when all requirements are met.
APPLY TODAY: www.NAFJobs.org Eglin NAF HR Office 310 W. Van Matre Ave, Bldg 210, Rm 155
96svs.svh.hrooffice@us.af.mil
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS SUNDAYS ∙ Family Fun Golf Family Discounts begin at 2 pm Eglin Golf Course (the Falcon Course) 1527 Fairway Dr - off Hwy 85, Niceville 850-882-2949 or 850-678-8726
EVERY TUESDAY ∙ Story Time: Ages 0-5 10 - 11 am | “Bubble Building” (Bldg 2579) 850-882-9308
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS ∙ Operation Fit Camp: FREE Circuit Training 11 am | Fitness Pavilion (behind Bldg 1325) 850-882-6223 ∙ Taekwondo Class: Ages 6 - Adult Youth: 4-5 pm | Adult: 5-6 pm Youth Center (Bldg 2582) * First session is FREE! 850-882-8212 or 850-882-8291 ∙ Eglin Dance School: Ages 3 - Teen A variety of weekly classes are offered! Youth Center (Bldg 2582) To learn more, please contact: 850-882-8212 or 850-496-0919
WEDNESDAYS ∙ Military Tuition Assistance Briefing 8-9 am | Education Center (Bldg 251) Room #106 850-882-8142 or 850-883-1260 ∙ Computers Open for Test Prep 9 am - Noon | Library (Bldg 825) 850-882-9308 ∙ Win Big With Bingo 6 pm | The Bayview (Bldg 10870) 850-882-4672
3RD THURSDAYS ∙ Operation CCAF Completion 8-10 am | Education Center (Bldg 251) Room #111 850-882-8141 or 850-883-1260 ∙ Spouse Employment Workshop 9-11 am | A&FRC (Bldg 205) 850-882-9060
1ST FRIDAYS ∙ First Friday 5Ks Showtime: 6:45 am Run start time: 7 am The CE Pavilion on Cypress Rd 850-882-6223 *Dates/times subject to change
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